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General Biology

Allgemeine Biologie

6 CPWinterEN

Contents

• basics of cell biology: different organelles, structures in eukaryotic cells • cell cell interactions, cell-matrix interactions • basics of molecular biology/genetics: Mendelian laws, replication, transcription, epigenetics, genomes • translation and translational control • control of gene expression • differences between prokaryota and eukaryota • basics in signal transduction • cell death • stem cells • basics of the immune system and blood • basics in circulation, heath exchange, development, evolution, osmoregulation, excretion, circulation and gas exchange, nutrition • the structure and function of cell and tissue science

Learning outcomes

After participating in the module events, students have basic knowledge of cell biology, molecular biology, immunology, and physiology

Assessment

• Written exam, 120 min

Literature (1)
  • "Campbell Biology" by Jane B. Reece; Lisa A. Urry; Michael L. Cain; Steven A Wasserman; Peter V. Minorsky

Source: BTU's module description · retrieved 15 Oct 2026Original

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Data as of 21 Oct 2026Winter 2026/27Source: BTU